Cast iron bathtubs, once popular in the free standing clawfoot design, can now be purchased in either traditional or moderns styles and fitted into any modern bathroom. Today’s cast iron bathtubs are available in a variety of sizes, colors, and styles.
In the past, cast iron tubs were sized mainly in the smaller models of about 5 feet. While this size is still the most popular, cast iron bath tubs are also available in longer or deeper designs to suit your preference.
The colors now on the market for cast iron bathtubs no longer limits your choice as it did in the past. In addition to the traditional white tub that is still very popular, you can purchase or have painted yourself a cast iron bathtub in a color that will match your bathroom décor.
Cast iron bathtubs are available in many attractive designs, including the classic clawfoot bathtub, the modern art deco style pedestal tub, slipper tubs, and double-ended tubs. Faucet fixtures on your cast iron tub can also be mounted in different positions, depending on your preference. With double ended tubs, faucets are mounted on the side of the tub instead of usual mounting at the end of the tub.
Cast iron bathtubs are also easy to care for. Since cast iron is stain resistant, the cast iron bathtub also lends itself to an easy maintenance bathroom and a fresh look is achieved with very little effort. Cast iron is strong and will last a lifetime. Given proper care, your cast iron bath tub will look just as it did when it was installed for many years to come.
The only thing limiting your bathroom from becoming the attractive space it should be is the limit you put on your choice of bathtub. Whatever style or color tub you decide to get, a cast iron bathtub will provide a timeless quality and old world charm to the look and feel of your bathroom.
Get some inspiration from this video featuring bathroom remodeling ideas.
Bathroom Design Ideas.
While we are on the topic of bathrooms and bathtubs, allow me to mention a great book to read in your bathtub! When installing a new bathtub, you may decided to give it a new surrounding too. Why not give your bathroom a new life of vibrant color and style?
Don’t take it from me. According to Alex in Arizona…
This is a very enjoyable book, full of design ideas, recommendations and suggestions. Each picture contributes to the book, very inspirational!
This book was ideal for me as I was looking for ideas to renovate a bathroom. The book provides a variety of suggestions for very diverse tastes and preferences.. An excellent source of inspiration to get you moving with your own bathroom project.
Additional resources.
If you’ve made it this far down the page, you’re more adventurous than most! You may need some suggestions regarding the decision between acrylic or cast iron bathtubs. The following website is a good resource on bathtub installation if you are planning to do it yourself. If that’s too overwhelming, consider a cast iron refinishing kit instead.
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